Do you belong to a community group that is helping to keep your local National Cycle Network route in good shape? As custodian of the Network, Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä can support you and provide maintenance equipment through Love Your Network.
A Scout group in West Lothian received litter pickers, hoops, bags and graffiti wipes to help look after their section of National Cycle Network Route 754. Credit: Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä, 2024.
‘Love Your Network’ is funded by the Scottish Government and delivered by Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä Scotland.Ìý
It supports community groups who are actively involved in caring for their local, traffic-free section of the National Cycle Network by providing equipment and staying in touch about activity in the community.ÌýÌý
What support can I apply for through ‘Love Your Network’ in Scotland?Ìý
‘Love Your Network’ has pre-made bundles which include:ÌýÌý
- Equipment for litter picking – to transform the safety and attractiveness of your local path for people and wildlifeÌý
- Tools for maintenance – from shovels and brushes to clear debris, to loppers and shears for keeping the route clearÌý
Community groups also have the option to build their own application if they need items not featured within a bundle.Ìý
For example, your group could request a bike trailer, hi-vis vests, or battery-powered tools.ÌýÌý
As custodian of the Network, we can also:Ìý
- Work with you on coordinating volunteering in your area on Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä' behalfÌý
- Promote your group’s activity to other Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä volunteersÌý
- Provide ‘Quick Ways to Volunteer’ posters, encouraging individuals to do small tasks in your area
Volunteers from the Edinburgh & Lothians Regional Equality Council were supported with litter picking equipment to improve National Cycle Network Route 75. Credit: Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä, 2023
Why should I apply for ‘Love Your Network’?Ìý
By caring for these spaces, your group can make journeys on the National Cycle Network more attractive and enjoyable for everyone. Ìý
This will not only encourage more people to choose walking, wheeling and cycling for their everyday journeys, but also improve the local environment and community.Ìý
Who can apply?Ìý
‘Love Your Network’ is available to support: Ìý
- Community groupsÌýÌý
- Registered charitiesÌýÌý
- Social enterprisesÌýÌý
The grant supports community-based groups helping to improve traffic-free sections of the National Cycle Network.Ìý
Other groups may be considered at Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä' discretion.Ìý
Eligible sections are shown using a solid orange line on .ÌýÌý
Volunteers from East Haven Together received hand tools for maintaining the flower beds surrounding National Cycle network Route 1 through Love Your Network. Credit: Laura Preston, 2023.
When can applications be made?
Applications can be made from now until 5th February 2025.
Ïã¸ÛÁùºÏ±¦µä reserves the right to close early or extend this date.
Changes will be published on this page.ÌýÌý
How do I apply?Ìý
- Download and read the before applying Ìý
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If you have any questions about ‘Love Your Network’, or the application process, please email loveyournetwork@sustrans.org.uk.
